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If you've ever had a really great foot massage, or any foot massage for that matter you know just how healing it can be. Kids can also benefit from the healing touch of foot massage.

When the feet are massaged, anxiety is eliminated and this brings about a deep state of relaxation. One important point that is situated on both feet is the solar plexus reflex. The solar plexus is sort of a little warehouse where all your stress is stored. When the solar plexus point is pressed on, stress is released and the body is renewed.Foot massage is restorative in that it gives the receiver energy. When the foot is rubbed and palpated, all the elements of a foot massage come together to bring energy to the body. According to theories of reflexology, foot massage releases any blockages that can hold back energy that should be flowing through the body freely.

I like to incorporate a short foot massage at the end of every kids yoga class. In last night's class, three year old Emmy couldn't get enough foot massaging.. After her turn was complete, she followed me around the circle sticking her tiny little feet up at me asking for me to keep rubbing. He parents were laughing as they looked on..

Some of the benefits are:

A greater sense of trust and security

Reduction of stress and anxiety

Improved mood and behavior

Improved circulation

Instructions:1. Understand that 5 minutes of daily massage is a long time for most kids.2. Establish massage as part of the bedtime routine to help your child settle down.3. Always ask your child if he or she wants a massage, demonstrating your respect for your child's right to say "no" to touch.

Tips & Warnings: If you continue to make massage a part of a child's routine, he or she may return the favor one day and massage your weary parental shoulders. Not a bad family routine!

Thanks for pointing out how regular foot massage can help you with your circulation; resulting in better health and wellbeing. My son works part-time as a door-to-door salesman, and he's walking around for most of his work. I'll be sure to share this article with him so he can consider getting a foot massage every now and then to improve his overall health.

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Jen Carter Avgerinos

Jen is a yoga teacher and author of The Yoga of Cleaning: An Essential Guide